Category Archives: Celebrate the 4th of July Holiday with Fireworks and Festivals around Chicago

Get Ready for Plenty of Fireworks in and around Chicago this week. There are festivals everywhere!

Benjamin Franklin, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson writing the Declaration of independence (1776) were all of British descent. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

English: fireworks seen across the at Washington, D.C., USA. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Independence Day in the United States is celebrated on “The Fourth of July” because on this day we celebrate the Declaration of Independence. This is the day we declared our independence from Great Brittian.

Witness the spectacular Navy Pier fireworks display aboard Chicago’s Odyssey for an upscale dinner cruise complete with dinner, platinum open bar, DJ entertainment and dancing. For a daytime option, there is also an Independence Day Skyline Lunch Cruise, in addition Dinner Cruises.

Treat yourself to a front-row seat to one of the best fireworks displays in town! Step aboard the Spirit of Chicago for a festive buffet, a platinum open bar and DJ entertainment while you take in the spectacular city skyline and a top-notch pyrotechnics display provided by Chicago’s Navy Pier. For a daytime option, there will be a lunch cruise, which boards at 12 p.m. and runs 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

With two docks right on The Magnificent Mile, cruise out to Lake Michigan with Wendella for the festivities. Take in the sights both north and south along the city’s spectacular lit up skyline. A briefly narrated tour is part of the ride, and your ship is stocked with a full-service bar and snacks like chips and candy. This is a unique Chicago experience for a date night, a fun outing with friends, or an exciting night with the family.

Celebrate America with your family, friends or that special someone aboard Mercury Cruises’ annual July 4th Lakefront Cruise featuring a traditional Chicago-style fireworks display — with a twist! Each guest will receive complimentary 3D glasses and a delicious treat box from Corner Bakery to enjoy the fireworks show. Millions of lights along the skyline will twinkle as you cruise along the downtown lakefront. The highlight of this great fun-for-all-ages cruise is the thrilling 9:30 pm fireworks show. A cash bar is available onboard, featuring soft drinks, cocktails, wines and beers.

English: Fireworks on the Fourth of July (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Celebrate the birthday of the United States at the Jay Pritzker Pavillion on Wednesday July 4th. Listen to Gershwin, Copland, Bernstein, Sousa, and others who have created music that celebrates America’s spirit.

Lincoln Park Arts & Music FestivalSat 7, noon–10pm; Sun 8, noon–9pm. Racine Ave between Fullerton and Webster Aves (773-868-3010, chicagoevents.com). $7. See more than 80 juried artists along with live music from Sister Hazel and Nikka Costa.

Rock Around the BlockSat 7, noon–10pm; Sun 8, noon–9pm. 3200 N Lincoln Ave (773-665-4682, starevents.com). $5. More than 30 bands play on three stages at this Lakeview fest.

West FestSat 7, Sun 8, noon–10pm. Chicago Ave between Wood St and Damen Ave (312-850-9390, westfestchicago.com). $5. This West Town fest features three stages of DJs and bands selected by Empty Bottle Presents. Kids and pets have their own fests. The Black Lips headline.

A Fourth of July fireworks display at the Washington Monument. Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (DC) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (USA) (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

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